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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Times

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1875

Page

3

Mixing Things and The Governor Senate Compromise

A measured critique of a political proposition to elect two governors and appoint a lieutenant governor to the US Senate. The author argues the plan would misalign governor and senator roles, create legislative bargaining, and fail to achieve its political aims. The piece contends the scheme would not likely win support and could backfire for party opponents.

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Bad Man Plank in Republican Platform Sparks Debate

In a state wide discussion, Republicans show mixed views on removing the Bad Man Plank from the platform. Supporters say the plank expresses a moral standard aligned with party teachings, while critics doubt it will sway voters. The party aims to elect good, capable, and trustworthy officials.

Republican Party Dows Ada Lev FA. Wilson

The Andreas Atlas and Bidmany publishing works

A detailed tour of the Andreas Atlas publishing plant under Mr M L Williamson describes six stories of lithographing binding and printing capabilities, with eight hundred staff including many women, and the complex process from drawing to stone etching to ink transfer. The piece also notes Oshkosh Wis suffering a devastating Thursday fire, wiping out much of the city and causing estimated damages over $200,000.

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Republican State Convention Draws Local Attention

The report announces the Republican State Convention to be held Wednesday June 6th. It emphasizes the importance for Town Republicans and the state, noting past indifference and factional shifts toward issues and party interests. The piece argues Republicans were misled by opposing Democrats and stresses unity for the country’s welfare.

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Memorial Day Observance Guidance From Grand Army Leaders

Memorial Day arrangements urged by Grand Army of the Republic leaders call for public service visits and grave decoration. The commander advises departments to coordinate with comrades and local authorities to honor fallen soldiers and keep graves tended, noting that some states treat Memorial Day as a legal holiday and may shift observance if May 30 falls on Sunday.

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Lectures, Oratory, and College Eloquence at the College

A college gathering featured Gen Kilpatrick’s lecture plans and a recent oratorical tournament in the College Chapel. Students offered varied speeches on topics from Civil War themes to Catholicism and progress, with critiques on style, discipline, and genuine eloquence amid praise for several speakers and an improved organ background.

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New Patent Mail Bag Catcher Demonstrated

A story from Postville describes Frank Boyce and Uncle Sam’s aide Oxdkeark testing a homemade mail bag catcher at a station on the B. O. R. & M line. The method involves a standing postmaster and a boy feigning a catch as a bag speeds by the moving train. The stunt proved risky when a misaligned throw sent the postmaster sprawling, prompting caution about general use and calls for improvements.

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County Temperance Union Convention details urge countywide unity

The Linn County Women’s Temperance Union schedules a county convention at Almyn, inviting delegates from Rapids and Franklin townships to form a county temperance society and coordinate efforts with the state union. Women are urged to send dues early for delegate entertainment. nondelegates are welcome.

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Coming Man Or Debts And Debates In Iowa

Editorial notes discuss Allen’s debts and creditors amid a looming insolvency. They note Brandt’s fraud conviction, a pastor burglary case involving jewelry and bonds, and a Hardin county Grand Jury report exonerating Superintendent McCarty at the Iowa Reform School after investigations into alleged cruelty and mismanagement.

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